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Is it possible to show the required funds of 35 to 40 lakhs in my bank account for visa purposes in New Zealand?

08 Jul 2026 · Answered by Bhuvaneswari Gobinathan · 1 min read
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Yes, you can show ₹35 - 40 lakh in your bank account to meet the typical New Zealand student visa fund requirement.

This amount usually covers:
- Tuition fees (varies by program, often NZD 35,000/year)
- Living expenses (currently NZD 20,000/year, subject to change)
- Return travel (about NZD 2,000)

Immigration New Zealand accepts recent bank statements (usually last 3 months), education loan sanction letters, scholarship award letters, or a sponsor’s financial guarantee with supporting documents.

Funds must be genuinely available to you, with clear documentation showing their source and history. Recent, unexplained deposits can cause issues.

For help preparing your financial documents, connect with your LeapScholar counsellor.

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